Is black stool normal during breast cancer chemotherapy treatment?

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DP

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3 months ago

I have breast cancer and now had surgery going in 7th cycle of chemo but my poop stool is black since 5 days is it normal?

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Changes in bowel movements, including stool color, can happen during chemotherapy treatment and are definitely worth discussing with your medical team right away. Black stool can have various causes, and your oncologist or nurse will be the best people to evaluate what might be causing this change in your specific situation. It's really important to reach out to them soon, especially since this has been going on for several days. You're doing great advocating for yourself by noticing these changes - that's exactly what you should be doing during treatment.

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KB

Community Member

3 months ago

Black stool could be caused by medication but could also mean there is blood in the stool. Mention to yr doctor

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MJ

Community Member

3 months ago

Tell doctor they need to be sure not blood

CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Changes in bowel movements, including stool color, can happen during chemotherapy treatment and are definitely worth discussing with your medical team right away. Black stool can have various causes, and your oncologist or nurse will be the best people to evaluate what might be causing this change in your specific situation. It's really important to reach out to them soon, especially since this has been going on for several days. You're doing great advocating for yourself by noticing these changes - that's exactly what you should be doing during treatment.

Is black stool normal during breast cancer chemotherapy treatment?

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